One of the major attractions is the vast boating opportunities on the lake. You could live on the lake and leave your car in the garage for the entire summer. Groceries, restaurants, movies, hardware stores, and even clothing can be purchased a short walk from many of the ports around the lake. Major ports: Alton, Center Harbor, Laconia, Meredith, Wolfeboro. 
As you drive around the lake the below list gives you some of the amenities and attractions that the NH Lakes Region has to offer.
Boating is #1, with plenty of places to launch your boat for a day trip or store your boat for an extended stay. Many choose to purchase a slip while many home rentals offer docking for your stay if you're not ready to purchase a lakefront home.
Hiking can be enjoyed by the entire family and trails are too numerous to mention.
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion is an outdoor amphitheater located in Gilford. A popular spot to see your rock or country musicians.
Gunstock Ski Ski Resort, four seasons of fun. Skiing - XC Trails - Sliding -Mountain Coaster - Zip Line and more.
Weirs Beach is located in Laconia, beach, boardwalk, attractions, food, entertainment.
Laconia Bike Week, thousands of motorcycles from all over the country are here Fathers Day week. They enjoy a week of riding and activities with Weirs Beach being the hub for all events.
Nascar Racing plus other races and a country concert venue at NH International Speedway in Loudon.
Funspot, noted to be one of the largest arcades in the country.
Golf courses are dotted around the lake with great snowmobiling in the winter.
Fishing is popular around the lake with two popular summer/winter fishing derbies that thousands enter with thousands of dollars of prizes. If you have never been salmon fishing contact one of the local guides.
Museums - Crafts Fairs - Antique In Water Boat Shows - Fall Foliage - Theater - Farm Stands - Scenic Railroad - Mount Washington Boat Cruises - Squam Lake Nature Center - Maple Sugaring - Road Races - Triathlons - Pond Hockey - Ice Car Racing
What are your favorite activities in the lakes region? Drop me a note for details on any one of the above events!
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